Pizza del Contadino (Vegetable Country Pizza)
Pizza del Contadino, or 'the farmer's pizza', is a rustic Italian dish with natural flavors that evokes the simplicity and freshness of country cuisine. Grilled eggplant, zucchini, and red bell pepper create a perfect harmony on the crispy crust, while mozzarella and basil give the dish a true Italian character. If you love light, vegetable-packed pizzas inspired by the traditional Italian countryside, you absolutely must try this recipe!
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and dry yeast. Add the warm water and olive oil, and knead until you have a smooth, elastic dough. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
2
Roll out the risen dough into a thin, round shape and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with grated mozzarella.
4
Slice the eggplant and zucchini into thin rounds and sauté them lightly in a little olive oil.
5
Cut the red bell pepper into strips, slice the red onion, and distribute them along with the other vegetables over the pizza.
6
Sprinkle with minced garlic, oregano, and black pepper.
7
Bake in a preheated oven at 430°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8
Garnish the baked pizza with fresh basil leaves, then slice and serve immediately. Buon appetito!
